Program Overview
The Sign Language Education at Gallaudet University is a MA programme in Education over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Sign Language Education programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 17,626 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 17,626 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Washington, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Sign Language Education programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Sign Language Media Production
- Sign Language Linguistics for Sign Language Professionals
- Methods of Sign Language Teaching
- Curriculum Development for Sign Language Education
- Assessing Sign Language Skills
- Sign Language Practicum
- Seminar in Sign Language Education - Professional Preparation
- Introduction to First and Second Language Acquisition
- Seminar in Sign Language Education - e-Portfolio
- Sign Language Planning and Advocacy
- Sign Language Internship
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Send\ngraduate application and application fee
- Have\nthree letters of recommendation sent.
- Send your Goal Statement
- Send\nofficial transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate work completed and\ndegrees awarded to the Graduate Admissions Office
- If\nrequired, send test results (GRE or MAT) to the Graduate Admissions Office
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 17,626 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 17,626 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 17,626 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 17,626 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Gallaudet University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Gallaudet University
Gallaudet University
Washington, United States
American university providing education for deaf and hard of hearing students
University Profile- Application Deadline Mar, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
